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Paula Cristea - 16 Oct 2025

AI, Capital, And Compliance: Mapping Fintech Startup Momentum

Raising capital is just one part of the equation. For fintech founders in 2025, the real challenge lies in building products that are not only fast and secure, but also AI-native and regulatory-ready from day one. Between €5.2 and €6.3 billion has already flowed into European fintech startups this year, while U.S. firms continue to attract the lion’s share globally, capturing 60 % of all fintech investment and 71 % of mega-round funding in Q2 alone. The funding is returning, but so are the expectations.The funding is returning, while but so are the expectations.

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Tudor Iordache - 1 Aug 2025

Why Fintech Scaleups Start with AI PoCs, Not Full Platform Rebuilds

Fintech scaleups face a familiar tension: how to innovate at speed without disrupting stability. Artificial intelligence offers compelling opportunities to unlock smarter risk scoring, faster operations, and sharper personalization. But for firms operating with lean teams and tight margins, a full-platform overhaul can feel both risky and resource-intensive.

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Sabrina Szabo - 8 Apr 2025

Digital Banking Strategy: Balancing Automation with Human Touch

Over the past decade, the financial services landscape has undergone a profound transformation. Driven by rapid advances in technology, shifting consumer behavior, and an influx of agile fintech entrants, digital banking has evolved from a convenience into a baseline expectation. Customers today expect 24/7 access to their accounts, seamless digital experiences, and services that anticipate their needs with precision.

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Tudor Iordache - 10 Mar 2025

Kid-Friendly Banking Apps Shaping Healthy Money Habits (Infographic)

Did you know that 70% of parents have noticed better financial habits in their children after using digital tools for saving and budgeting? Fostering financial literacy among children is no longer just a conversation for classrooms—it’s an opportunity for innovation. Parents increasingly turn to technology to teach kids essential money habits, with 85% preferring digital tools over traditional methods. Kid-friendly banking apps represent a unique blend of education, empowerment, and practical finance management, catering to this growing demand.

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Paula Cristea - 5 Mar 2025

Thinslices Partners with Yapily to Revolutionize Open Banking

We are excited to announce our long-term partnership with Yapily, a leader in open banking across Europe.

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Sabrina Szabo - 13 Feb 2025

Fintech in 2025: Trends That Actually Matter And How to Execute on Them

The fintech industry is shifting fast, but not every so-called trend is worth your attention. AI, embedded finance, and compliance automation aren’t just flashy buzzwords anymore—they’re real technologies driving efficiency, security, and growth. Leading financial institutions are already seeing 40% productivity gains from AI-driven automation, while private markets and nonbank financial players are scaling at record speed.

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Paula Cristea - 23 Oct 2024

Fintech News Roundup - October 23

We know you're busy, so here’s a quick overview of some recent developments in the fintech industry from the past two weeks: Payments and Partnerships Stripe is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire Bridge, a stablecoin infrastructure startup, in a deal potentially worth $1 billion. This acquisition would enhance Stripe's capabilities in the burgeoning stablecoin market. Read more here.

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Sabrina Szabo - 11 Sep 2024

What’s Holding Back Embedded Finance in SaaS and Retail Platforms?

When businesses offer payments, loans, or insurance directly within their platforms, they're leveraging embedded finance. This trend is reshaping financial services, making it easier for users to access what they need without leaving their favorite apps.

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Sabrina Szabo - 22 Aug 2024

Banking as a Service vs. Embedded Finance: Key Differences and Benefits

Navigating the landscape of financial technologies can be overwhelming, especially when terms like Banking as a Service (BaaS) and embedded finance are introduced. While both aim to enhance financial services integration, they serve different purposes and offer unique advantages.

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Sabrina Szabo - 10 Jul 2024

The Core Commercial Models of Open Banking Explained

Over a decade ago, the concept of Open Innovation emerged, advocating for the sharing of ideas among innovators and enhancing the collective pool of knowledge. This approach has evolved into Open Banking, which allows third-party financial service providers access to banking and financial data, driving innovation in banking.

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